Joseph Nicéphore Niépce (7 March 1765 – 5 July 1833) was a French inventor and photography pioneer whose work transformed visual technology forever. Born in Chalon-sur-Saône, France, into a well-educated family, Niépce had a passion for science and mechanics from a young age. After studying science and serving as a staff officer under Napoleon Bonaparte, he left public service to dedicate himself to invention and research. In 1807, with his... see more